Scott M. Cusson pleaded guilty to aggravated animal cruelty in Saratoga County Court on Friday. The Saratoga County District Attorney's office says Cusson admitted he poured rubbing alcohol on Roxy, a pit bull mix, and set the fire. Roxy suffered burns to her face and ears but survived.

Cusson was arrested in Feburary after veterinary workers reported the injuries to the then-9-month-old dog.

Prosecutors said they expect Cusson will be sent to state prison when he is sentenced on Sept. 25.